Elephant Moraine 87792

H6 (H Chondrite) · Found 1987 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Elephant Moraine 87792 is a H6 (H Chondrite) meteorite that was found in 1987 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 36.4 g.

36.4 g
Mass
H6
Classification
Found
Type
1987
Year

Details

NASA ID8342
Classification H6 (H Chondrite)
Mass36.4 g (1.3 oz)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1987
Coordinates76.26137S, 157.15094E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"36.4 g — about the weight of a few coins"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Elephant Moraine 87792?

Elephant Moraine 87792 is classified as H6 (H Chondrite).

How much does the Elephant Moraine 87792 meteorite weigh?

The Elephant Moraine 87792 meteorite has a mass of 36.4 g (1.3 oz). About the weight of a few coins.

Where was the Elephant Moraine 87792 meteorite found?

The Elephant Moraine 87792 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1987.

Same Classification

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